Basic information about SFF file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension SFF（*.SFF or *.sff）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the SFF file yourself.

There are 5 file types using the SFF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the SFF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support SFF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the SFF file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the SFF file?
  • How to open a SFF file?
  • What programs do I need to open a SFF file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a SFF file?
  • How to convert SFF files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to SFF file format?


1.Detail information about SFF file extension: Structured Fax File

File type Structured Fax File Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description SFF file is a Structured Fax File. Fax file created primarily for Group 3 fax documents; includes a compressed raster image and the fax's page structure; stores a header followed by line-by-line pixel information.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SFF files

Windows		 LEAD Technologies LEADTOOLS Imaging SDK
Newera Graphics Converter Pro
IrfanView
XnViewMP

macOS		 XnViewMP

Linux		 XnViewMP


2.Detail information about SFF file extension: M.U.G.E.N. Sprite File

File type M.U.G.E.N. Sprite File Category Game Files
Developer Elecbyte File format Binary
Description SFF file is a M.U.G.E.N. Sprite File developed by Elecbyte.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SFF files

Windows		 Elecbyte M.U.G.E.N.
VirtuallTek Systems Fighter Factory Ultimate


3.Detail information about SFF file extension: Standard Flowgram Format File

File type Standard Flowgram Format File Category Data Files
Developer 454 Life Sciences File format Binary
Description SFF file is a Standard Flowgram Format File developed by 454 Life Sciences.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SFF files

Windows		 Heracle BioSoft SFF Workbench
The MathWorks MATLAB
454 Life Sciences GS Data Analysis Software


4.Detail information about SFF file extension: Soldier Front Client Map/weapon/character Model

File type Soldier Front Client Map/weapon/character Model Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SFF file is a Soldier Front Client Map/weapon/character Model.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SFF files

Windows		 Soldier Front


5.Detail information about SFF file extension: SmartWare Screen Font File

File type SmartWare Screen Font File Category Font Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SFF file is a SmartWare Screen Font File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SFF files

Windows		 SmartWare



Can't open a SFF file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.SFF”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the SFF extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support SFF file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of SFF files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a SFF file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a SFF file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a SFF file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the SFF file is damaged.
  • Whether the SFF file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the SFF file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the SFF file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the SFF file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a SFF file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a SFF file.

If the SFF file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.